As I grow older, I start to see my limits. Now, as I approach 34, I sometimes feel the boundaries of my abilities.
Meeting people who are more talented than me, meeting those who can work harder than I can, feeling my physical strength fading, or needing to spend more time for my family than for myself.
These are probably the things that make me feel my own limits, or perhaps they are self-made boundaries that I’ve unconsciously created.
If that’s the case, I’ll accept my ceiling and not expect too much. Overcoming self-made boundaries might involve learning to live peacefully within those limits.
But right now, I’m a student. It’s important to develop my abilities to expand what I can do. It’s not good to create limits for myself too easily.
That said, if I expect too much from myself, I might end up disappointed in my lack of ability or lamenting my inadequacy when compared to others.
Should I not ask for much and stay calm? Or should I desire more and suffer?
The answer to this likely changes from person to person. Both paths are tough, and both offer moments of joy. So, whichever path you take, it’s the right one.
As for me, I think I’m the type to desire more and suffer for it.
I started playing basketball at the late age of 18, and I studied abroad after turning 30. I’ve always chosen to push myself, even if it meant going through hardship, to improve at the things I love.
That’s who I am, but lately, I’ve become aware of my limits. It’s probably inevitable with age, but perhaps these limits are also self-made boundaries.
However, I shouldn’t focus too much on these boundaries and let them make me afraid. I need to believe in my potential and keep striving forward.
